Connecticut SB00479 establishes oversight of federal fund applications by the Department of Social Services.

Connecticut SB00479 mandates that the Commissioner of Social Services submit applications for Rural Health Transformation Program grants and technical assistance funding to a joint standing committee at least 30 days before submission. The committee can schedule a public hearing and vote on whether to approve, deny, or modify the application. If the committee does not vote within 30 days, the application is deemed approved. This bill aims to allow legislative oversight of federal fund applications by the Department of Social Services.

Connecticut SB00479 establishes oversight of federal fund applications by the Department of Social Services.

Connecticut SB00479 mandates that the Commissioner of Social Services submit applications for Rural Health Transformation Program grants and technical assistance funding to a joint standing committee at least 30 days before submission. The committee can schedule a public hearing and vote on whether to approve, deny, or modify the application. If the committee does not vote within 30 days, the application is deemed approved. This bill aims to allow legislative oversight of federal fund applications by the Department of Social Services.